Fitness Coordinator

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Fitness Coordinator

About Us & Overview of the Position

The Boys & Girls Club (BGC) in Geneva is an organization committed to providing safe, educational, & engaging opportunities for local youth. The children who attend ("members") are provided with food, homework assistance, learning activities, & recreational time. The Fitness Coordinator will be in charge of planning & implementing a variety of physical activities & games during our out-of-school programs (after school throughout the school year, & during summer break).

Proposed Job Description/Duties & Responsibilities

Prioritize the health & safety of all youths, adhering to NY State Childcare Regulations, site Health & Safety Plans, & BGC Employee Handbook

Plan, organize, prepare, & lead physical activities for youths: encourage members to try new activities, teach various types of sports & games, promote good sportsmanship - with an emphasis on skills, cooperation, & teamwork over "winning"

Provide adequate, engaged supervision for the youths in your area/group

Ability to work in a face-paced environment

Safeguard confidentiality of members

Set-up & clean-up area before & after use

Take accurate attendance during daily programs

Conduct daily safety checks, health checks, & periodic drills, as required

At all times maintain a professional appearance demeanor reflective of the high level of quality, standards, & expectations promoted by BGC

Participate in weekly site meetings & 1-on-1 meetings with supervisor

Alert supervisor to any safety concerns or other issues that may impact the health & well-being of youths in the program

Transport youths to & from program in BGC vehicles, as needed

Required Qualifications

At least 18 years of age

Driver's license, ability to drive BGC-owned vehicles, willingness to assist with transportation

Communication & organization skills

Knowledge & understanding of a wide variety of physical games & activities, ranging from organized sports (basketball, baseball, soccer) to yoga, dance, stretching, relay races & more.

Willingness to lead physical activities inside & outside

Flexibility, willingness to step up & step in to help, as needed

Dedication to acting with maturity, professionalism, & respect to coworkers, youths & families ability to work with youths & adults from various backgrounds (including, but not limited to: age, socioeconomic status, race, sexual orientation, ability )

Commitment to being a positive role model for youths, encouraging inclusion, teamwork, good sportsmanship, growth mindset, & kindness/respect

Work Environment This is a part-time, in-person position, serving at one or both of our two Geneva sites. The employee in this position will report to the Site Supervisor at their location, & will be expected to demonstrate a high level of maturity, professionalism, patience, & respect. The anticipated pay rate is $18/hour, with a typical schedule of Monday through Friday. During the school year, employees in this position will work after-school and during school breaks when we have program, at least 2 or 2:30 to 6:30pm, plus additional mandatory trainings (announced in advance). In the summer, Fitness Coordinators will work 11:30am to 6pm, Monday through Thursday, plus 8 or 9am to 6pm on Fridays, and full-days, unless directed otherwise.